If you format it you loose everything on it . A RAW file is a picture file from some of the new digital cameras. Nikon for example. They only open in certain photo programs. I don't think you will find it is a stitch file Kathy =========================================================== The AmayaUsers Mailing List Website: http://www.amayausers.com Discussion Board: http://www.amayausers.com/boards Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://www.amayausers.com/list ===========================================================